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This bayonet is marked on the quillon and the top of the scabbard throat, '27.R.8.9' for the 27th regiment of the Prussian line. This unit suffered severe casualties on the Somme in 1916 and at this point the bayonet was probably captured by the English. The forte of the blade is marked 'ERFURT' under a crown for the arsenal.

There is a 2.5 cm long split to the top of the grip, a design fault in the first model of this bayonet, which was later modified with twin pairs of slab grips. The blade is in quite good shape, with excellent sharp teeth, and the scabbard seam is still intact. All the exterior ironwork has suffered somewhat and there are extensive oil and age stains to the grip.

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Very pleased with antique revolver. Better condition then expected.

D B, UK, 08.12.2012

Yes, arrived safe and sound, very nice, and very interesting. Have a couple of friends in the States slavering over the pictures, one of them loves searching old lists, etc. If I can tie it down more definitely will let you know.